Ophthalmology Theatre Senior Sister - Secondment

Milton Keynes University Hospital; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based healthcare institution is seeking an experienced Ophthalmology Theatre Senior Sister for a one-year secondment. This role involves managing the theatre team, ensuring high-quality patient care during ophthalmic procedures, and providing clinical leadership. The ideal candidate should have significant ophthalmology experience and a commitment to professional development. Benefits include flexible working opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Free refreshments

Flexible working opportunities

Discounted gym membership

Lease car scheme

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Extensive health and well-being programme

Qualifications

• Significant experience in an ophthalmology theatre setting.
• Proven leadership and management skills in a healthcare environment.
• Motivated for continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Ophthalmology Theatre Team including scrub nurses and HCAs.
• Co-ordinate theatre and outpatient activity efficiently.
• Act as clinical expert, assessing and planning patient care.

Skills

Leadership skills

Clinical expertise in ophthalmology

Effective communication

Education

Registered Nurse with NMC registration

Job description

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Milton Keynes University Hospital

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Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

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26.09.2025

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Job overview

Ophthalmology Theatre Senior Sister - Secondment

Department Eye Clinic

Band 7 £47, - £54, per annum, pro rata if part-time

Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

We are excited to announce an opportunity for a dedicated and experienced Theatre Senior Sister to join our brand-new Ophthalmology Theatre Service at Lloyds Court for a one year secondment. This is a unique chance to be part of a pioneering team, delivering exceptional care and transforming lives through high volume ophthalmic procedures. If you have significant experience in an ophthalmology theatre setting with proven leadership and management skills, then we would love to hear from you.

As a Professional Role Model, you will provide a high standard of evidence-based clinical leadership and practice development to support our team of professionals. You will be motivated and enthusiastic about your own professional development and keen to enhance your skills and competencies within the team and ultimately help develop a gold standard service within Ophthalmology.

Interview 07 August

Main duties of the job

To line manage the Ophthalmology Theatre Team, including scrub nurses and HCA’s, providing a high-quality service to the organisation. The post holder will ensure the smooth running of the theatre service at Lloyds Court, co-ordinating theatre and outpatient activity across the site in partnership with the Senior Sister for Outpatient Ophthalmology, Matron and other clinicians.

The post holder has the discretion to work within Trust policies and is accountable for their own actions and those of theatre staff.

Working for our organisation

'This team always knows what their work responsibilities are, scoring 93%.’ (NHS Staff Survey ).

You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:

• Free on-site parking
• Free refreshments
• Great flexible workingopportunities
• Discounted gym membership
• Lease car scheme
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
• Extensive staff health and well-being programme

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Clinical

• To act as clinical expert and role model, assessing patients’ needs and then planning, delivering, and evaluating a complex programme of care for them within the theatre environment
• To communicate complex and sensitive information regarding patients and their medical conditions with other clinicians within the Trust, to enhance continuity of patient care when transferring into and out of the department.

Management

• To participate in the development of the departments policies ensuring that they reflect the strategic plans of the Trust.
• Plan and organise theatre allocations, managing and being accountable for the entire Lloyds Court theatre team to ensure effective use of allotted time.

Education and professional development

• To participate in the education and development of all grades of staff.
• To actively lead and develop staff training to create and maintain a hybrid outpatient/ theatre nursing role at Lloyds Court.

General

• To work within and promote the NMC and HPC Code of Professional Conduct
• To continually develop and promote the department’s philosophy of care and its contribution to the CSU’s overall philosophy of care.

Please refer to the Job Description for further details

We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.